The Wheel

This week we talk to Sean Mychal Rice about his book of poetry Duelling Dragons and his music. Links to Sean's work Duelling Dragons by Sean Mychal Rice and Naomi Cornock | Riverside Publishing Solutions   Music | Sean Mychal Rice (bandcamp.com) Lughnar - YouTube   The White Goddess by Robert Graves https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0571174256/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_6PN8T53SG8Y5JY1QY26Q

This week we talk to Damh the Bard and play his latest single Under the Trees. Imbolc blessings Damh the Bard's Social Media Website: paganmusic.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/damhthebard Twitter: https://twitter.com/Paganmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paganmusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DamhtheBardMusic Damh's book recommendations: Weaving Fate by Aidan Wa...

This week we welcome back Susan Paramor and together with her visitor from America, Ashly Cruz. We  explore with our guests  what they think makes for a good collaboration. The episode feature music from Ashly's band Cruzmachine,  At The Witches Ball and Magickal Childe. Ashly Cruz on social media https://cruzmachine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/CruzMachine/ https://youtube.com/user/cruzmac...

This we talk about witch trials and the potential pardon for people convicted of witchcraft. Also the new exhibition “I Am Witch – Tales from the Roundhouse”  exhibited at The Storey in Lancaster until the 28th of January. The Silver Spoons Collective – Healing the Ancestral Wounds of the Burning Times https://silverspoonscollective.org/the-exhibition The Guardian - Women executed 300 years ago as...

This week we catch up with Susan Paramor and talk to her about her new album "In the Arms of the Goddess". Susan Paramor Social Media Links Reverbnation Website https://www.reverbnation.com/musician/susanmarieparamor Susan’s CD Celestial Stones is also available by privately messaging Susan for £9.70 including p&p.    Susan Paramor Facebook Page   https://www.facebook.com/susanmarie....

This week we talk about different customs from around the world and pagan activities associated with New Year. Happy New Year to our listeners! https://bestlifeonline.com/global-new-years-eve-traditions/ https://www.sixthemusical.com/london/ticket-info https://www.nationalgalleries.org/exhibition/ray-harryhausen-titan-cinema http://www.soniaoverall.net/walking-psychogeography/ On a Pagan New Year...

This week we have a little review of our year, we talk about our highlights, books we've read, what we want to leave behind in 2021 and what we're looking forward to in 2022

In a recent episode we discussed some of the Goddesses associated with winter and today we will be discussing some of the Gods or personifications of winter. Our special guest is Elen Sentier.  English Heritage – Stones that align with the sun https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stonehenge/things-to-do/stone-circle/celestial-stonehenge Britannica Mithrasm https://www.britannica.com/to...

This week we are talking about daily practice as a form of self care. Our special guest is Dr Maria DeBlassie. Melissa Hill – Dandelion Lady – What is a devotional practice? https://www.patheos.com/blogs/dandelionlady/2020/11/what-is-a-devotional-practice.html Prayer Beads – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prayer_beads Hal Elrod – The Miracle Morning: The 6 Habits That Will Transform Your...

This week we are going to be talking about some of the stories of the Mothers of Winter, including Frau Holle and the Reindeer Mother Goddesses Legend of Frau Holle – Patti Wigington https://www.learnreligions.com/legend-of-frau-holle-2563015 Mother Holle – A Grimm Fairy Tale Pook Press Blog https://www.pookpress.co.uk/mother-holle-brothers-grimm/ Mother Goose – Holda, Thought of the Diety, Lorele...

This week we are talking about rites of passage, in particular naming and the menarche ceremonies. Our special guest is Dr Lynne Sedgmore who will be talking about her new book The Goddess Luminary Leadership Wheel. YWCA Scotland - Menstruation is not a curse period. https://www.ywcascotland.org/menstruation-is-not-a-curse-period/ Lisa Lister https://lisalister.com/ Christiane Northrup – Celebrati...

This week we are talking about venturing out into the community including a local community arts initiative, Beacons and tips for moots. Our guest is Lucya Starza of A Bad Witch's Blog who will be talking to us about her new book Scrying; Divination using crystals, mirrors, bowls, water and flame.   Beacons Sea Gooseberry https://www.beaconsproject.uk/help Pagan Moot Tips: 13 Questions To Ask...

This week Jenny and Hazel talk about the cauldron, its different meanings and a modern alternative. If you would like to support the show you could buy us a coffee, share the episode or leave us a review on Apple podcast. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheWheel Rachel Patterson – Psychic Noodles, Magic Marmite and More Kitchen Magic https://www.patheos.com/blogs/beneaththemoon/2019/12/psychic-noodle...

This week Jenny and Hazel are talking about two of the dark goddesses, Hecate and the Cailleach. Our guest is Helen JR Bruce who will be talking about the wild hunt and her trilogy of books set on Dartmoor. Viktor Wynd Museum Events https://www.thelasttuesdaysociety.org/digital-events/ Willow Bushcraft https://www.willowbushcraft.co.uk/ Cyndi Brannen Keeping Her Keys https://www.amazon.co.uk/Keepi...

This week we celebrate Samhain. We talk about problematic ancestors as well as literary ones, fire ritual and Cerridwen. Our special guest is Professor Ronald Hutton. We Owe Toxic Ancestors Nothing, John Beckett, Under The Ancient Oaks https://www.patheos.com/blogs/johnbeckett/2021/10/we-owe-toxic-ancestors-nothing.html Honouring Literary Ancestors, Lisa Wagoner, Witch Indeed https://www.patheos.c...

This week we start to get ready for Samhain. Our guest is Luke Eastwood who we will be talking to about his new book 'Samhain: The Roots of Halloween. Cline, Austin. "Mictecacihuatl: the Goddess of Death in Aztec Religious Mythology." Learn Religions, Aug. 2, 2021, http://learnreligions.com/mictecacihuatl-aztec-goddess-of-death-248587 .  Barbezat, Suzanne. "Cempasúchitl Flowers...

This week Jenny and Hazel are talking about food, drink and a bit of feasting. We’re lucky to have a return visit by Rachel Patterson as our special guest. https://www.rationalheathen.com/author/rationalheathen_kd1yqs/   https://www.shaman-healer-painter.co.uk/post.cfm?p=633   https://www.learnreligions.com/ceremonial-magic-2561877 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/quillofthegoddess/2017/11/wiccan-com...

This week Hazel and Jenny talk about stars. We look at the stories behind the zodiac, Viking constellations, stargazing and Sappho. Greek Constellations – Constellation-Guide   https://www.constellation-guide.com/constellation-names/greek-constellations/ How To Stargaze https://www.advnture.com/how-to/stargaze Myths of the Constellations https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/myths/constellations/ What...

This week we are talking about birds, ones that have particular meaning for us, their symbolism, and their magic. Our special guest is Jo Thilwind. Ways to connect with Jo Dreamspaceart https://www.facebook.com/Dreamspaceart Ravenheart Natural Witchcraft https://www.facebook.com/groups/770743549683711   Show Notes  Why Sea Birds Are Making Their Homes In Our Cities – BBC Futures - Anthony King htt...

This week we celebrate the Autumn Equinox. We look at what it means to different paths, we also talk about activities and rituals for this time of the year. Autumn Equinox Gratitude Garlands by Kimberly at Mother House of the Goddess http://themotherhouseofthegoddess.com/2013/09/22/happy-mabon-autumn-equinox-libra-gratitude-garlands/ Crystals for the Autumn Equinox by Heather McConnell My Crystal...

This week we're talking about the start of Autumn and ideas for self-care. Our guest is Lynda Jones the medical herbalist Conkers, Spiders and Facts – The Woodland Trust https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2019/08/conkers-spiders-and-facts/ How To Use Leaf Magic by Molly Khan https://www.patheos.com/blogs/heathenatheart/2019/09/how-to-use-leaf-magic/ Practical Magic https://thefatfeministwi...

This week's episode is from a talk that was recorded for this year's Mercian Gathering that took place online. Jenny and Hazel are joined by Claire Kehily to discuss gratitude and different ways to think about gratitude. There is a meditation that accompanies the talk and this will be available on our Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/thewheelpodcast

This week Hazel and Jenny talk about house magic, including protection spells, magical cleaning and house wights. Goodhousekeeping https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/tips/a24885/make-at-home-cleaners/ Magical Floor Washes https://www.flyingthehedge.com/2019/02/magical-floorwash-for-cleansing-your.html Protection Spells: Why And How Is It Useful in Everyday Life. https://www.patheos.com...

This week is the second part of our discussion about landscape features and places. How to deepen your connection and their significance to pagans. Friends of Dagnam Park website http://www.friendsofdagnampark.org.uk/ The History of Harold Hill and Noak Hill by B.F.Lingham. A.L.A. http://www.friendsofdagnampark.org.uk/lingham-intro.htm Dagnam Park (The Manor) Harold Hill Users Group (Facebook) htt...

This week is the first part of a two parter where we are talking about Landscape, our relationship with it and it's sacredness. Our special guest is Dr Linda Sever. Learn Religions Hedgewitch https://www.learnreligions.com/hedge-witch-4768392 Hedgewitch by Rae Beth https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hedge-Witch-Guide-Solitary-Witchcraft-ebook/dp/B077GJ527R/ The Haunted Landscape by Katy Jordan https://...